Mathematical Modeling
The notation $$\frac{dy}{dx}$$ represents the derivative of a function y with respect to the variable x. It quantifies the rate of change of y for a small change in x, highlighting the relationship between the two variables. This concept is foundational in understanding how functions behave and is crucial for analyzing first-order differential equations, where it helps to describe dynamic systems and their rates of change.
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